2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | AX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
